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- 44 cities met criteria for ranking. Bedford Town is the safest city in New York—there were zero violent crimes reported and just 16 property crimes. 3 cities reported zero robberies: Bedford Town, East Fishkill, and Lewiston Town and Village. Every safest city reported less than 1 violent crime per 1,000 people.
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The cities with the lowest crime rates were ranked as the safest cities in New York. Conversely, the cities with the highest crime rates were ranked as the most dangerous cities in New York. To ensure the relevance and accuracy of our rankings, this list includes only cities and communities in New York with a population of more than 5,000 ...
Mar 18, 2024 · Bedford Town is the safest city in New York—there were zero violent crimes reported and just 16 property crimes. 3 cities reported zero robberies: Bedford Town, East Fishkill, and Lewiston Town and Village. Every safest city reported less than 1 violent crime per 1,000 people.
- Stillwater
- Malverne
- Cornwall
- Mount Hope
- Rye
- Northport
- Highlands
- Kirkland
- Sleepy Hollow
- Lewisboro
This lovely village of only around 8,000 residents kicks off our list. Eclectic and charming, Stillwater boasts a violent crime rate of only 0.1 and a property crime rate of 2.2. Located north of Albanyon the Hudson River, Stillwater has an old and charming Main Street with the Stillwater Blockhouse, a historical building perched right on the Hudso...
In Long Island’s NassauCounty, the small village of Malverne boasts a population of only around 8,000 residents. This location is favored by residents who work in New York Citybut still want a small-town feel and lifestyle. With a violent crime rate of just 0.2 and a property crime rate of 1.2, Malvern is an excellent place to visit and live, espec...
Located in Orange County, which is considered a suburb of New York City, Cornwall is another small and charming town to make this list. Featuring a population of just under 10,000 residents, there is plenty of activities, shops, and history in this gorgeous small town, so it is definitely worth exploring. With a violent crime rate of just 0.2 and a...
Also located in Orange County, which seems to be an incredibly safe county overall, Mount Hope is an amazing place to visit if you are in the area. It is low-key, quaint, and offers all the desired features of a small town. With a tiny population of only 6,000 residents, Mount Hope boasts a 0.2 violent crime rate and 0.9 property crime, so you can ...
If you are unfamiliar with Rye, then you must become acquainted with this charming little Westchester County town. Home to the infamous Rye Playland, which is an iconic amusement park where they filmed multiple scenes from Big, the city boasts a violent crime rate of only 0.1. As there are several Westchester County towns on this list, you can visi...
Nestled on the North Shore of Long Island in Suffolk County, Northport features a population of around 7,200 residents and is truly a pleasant and nice little place to call home or just visit for the day. With a violent crime rate of 0 and a property crime rate of only 1 per 1,000 locals. The best part of visiting Northport is the harbor, which is ...
The historical Highlands is yet another small town in Orange County (are you detecting a safety theme yet?) that is one of the safest on this list. With a population of only around 8,000 residents, Highlands gives visitors and locals a quiet and peaceful existence. Local attractions include plenty of outdoor activities along the Hudson River and We...
This Oneida County city, which is not far from Utica, NY, is a charming place to visit, regardless of where you are from. With many restaurants on Main Street, you can try out the regional fare which includes a mildly spicy pasta dish known as chicken riggies, tomato pizza pie, sausage rolls, and fried meatballs. Kirkland boasts an impressive viole...
Second, on our list is a major win for the Hudson Valley. Sleepy Hollow, home to the Headless Horseman, was named the second-safest destination in the Empire State. Located in Westchester County on the eastern bank of the Hudson River, those that think of Sleepy Hollow think of a scary movie. No worries though, there is nothing scary about this bea...
Drumroll, please! The safest destination in New York State is Lewisboro, which is a small town in Westchester County with a population of just 12,500 residents. Named the safest town in the state, Lewisboro is a treat to visitors and residents alike. Nestled in a scenic area near the Connecticut border, there is plenty to appreciate when visiting. ...
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- Rye. County: Westchester. Population: 16,104. Violent Crime Rate: 0 per 100,000. FEMA Rating: 94.3. Nearest major city: 40 minute train to Manhattan. Rye, nestled in Westchester County along the Long Island Sound, holds the title of the safest city in New York.
- Suffern. County: Rockland. Population: 11,364. Violent Crime Rate: 18 per 100,000. FEMA Rating: 90.3. Nearest major city: one hour drive to Manhattan. Suffern, a charming village perched on the New Jersey border and just an hour’s drive from Manhattan, is our second safest city in New York.
- Sleepy Hollow. County: Westchester. Population: 13,338. Violent Crime Rate: 0 per 100,000. FEMA Rating: 94.3. Nearest major city: 50 minute train to Manhattan.
- Airmont. County: Rockland. Population: 10,102. Violent Crime Rate: 49 per 100,000. FEMA Rating: 90.3. Nearest major city: 1 hour drive to Manhattan. Airmont, a quaint village in Rockland County, shares its border with Suffern, the second safest city in New York.
- Rye. County: Westchester. Population: 16,104. Violent Crime Rate: 0 per 100,000. FEMA Rating: 94.3. Nearest major city: 40 minute train to Manhattan. The safest city in New York is Rye, which is located in Westchester County on the Long Island Sound.
- Suffern. County: Rockland. Population: 11,364. Violent Crime Rate: 18 per 100,000. FEMA Rating: 90.3. Nearest major city: one hour drive to Manhattan. Suffern is a village located on the border of New Jersey and about an hour’s drive from Manhattan.
- Sleepy Hollow. County: Westchester. Population: 13,338. Violent Crime Rate: 0 per 100,000. FEMA Rating: 94.3. Nearest major city: 50 minute train to Manhattan.
- Airmont. County: Rockland. Population: 10,102. Violent Crime Rate: 49 per 100,000. FEMA Rating: 90.3. Nearest major city: 1 hour drive to Manhattan. Airmont is another small village in Rockland County, sharing a border with the second safest city in New York, Suffern.
A crime occurs every 36 seconds (on average) in New York. Your home is 300% more likely to be robbed with no home security system. Crime Grade's crime map shows the safest places in New York in green. The most dangerous areas in New York are in red, with moderately safe areas in yellow.
Moriah, New York (Essex County) Tuxedo, New York (Orange County) Elmira, New York (Chemung County) Coxsackie Village, New York (Greene County) Kirkland, New York (Oneida County) Bottom 5: Worst Property Crime Rates (based on 2019 data): Ocean Beach, New York (Suffolk County) Johnson City, New York (Broome County) Ellicott, New York (Chautauqua ...
